Godzilla Roll (Fried Shrimp Tempura Sushi Roll) Recipe

Introduction

The Godzilla Roll is a thrilling twist on traditional sushi featuring crispy fried shrimp tempura and creamy fillings. This roll combines crunchy textures with rich flavors for a satisfying bite every time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked sushi rice (click HERE)
• 8 pieces shrimp tempura (click HERE)
• 8 imitation crab sticks
• 1 cucumber or avocado, cut into fine sticks
• 5 oz cream cheese
• 4 toasted nori seaweed sheets
• Spicy mayo
• Soy sauce
• Yum yum sauce
• About 1 cup oil for deep frying

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat enough oil (about 1 cup) to 350°F (175°C) in a large skillet for deep frying the sushi rolls.
2. Step 2: Place a bamboo sushi rolling mat on the table and cover it with plastic wrap. Put a nori sheet shiny side down in the middle of the mat.
3. Step 3: Keep a bowl of water nearby. Wet your hands to prevent rice from sticking, then take a handful of sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori sheet. Carefully flip the nori over so the rice is underneath.
4. Step 4: Lay 2 shrimp tempura pieces, 2 cucumber sticks, 2 crab sticks, and 2 tablespoons of cream cheese lengthwise on the seaweed. Roll the bamboo mat forward tightly to enclose the filling. Remove the roll from the mat and place it on a tray. Repeat with the remaining sheets and fillings.
5. Step 5: Using leftover shrimp tempura batter, dip each roll into the batter, then deep fry for 2–3 minutes, turning to brown evenly on all sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.
6. Step 6: Slice each fried roll into 5 or 6 pieces with a very sharp knife.
7. Step 7: Drizzle with spicy mayo or serve alongside yum yum sauce for dipping. Enjoy immediately.

Tips & Variations

• Use avocado instead of cucumber for a creamier texture and richer flavor.
• Make sure your knife is very sharp to cut the roll cleanly without squashing it.
• Serve with pickled ginger and wasabi to complement the flavors.

Storage

Fried rolls are best eaten fresh for maximum crispiness. If needed, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Reheat briefly in an oven or toaster oven to restore some crunch before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh shrimp instead of shrimp tempura?

Fresh shrimp can be used, but the crispiness of the tempura adds a crucial texture to the roll. If using fresh shrimp, consider lightly frying or grilling it before assembling.

What if I don’t have a bamboo rolling mat?

You can use a clean kitchen towel covered with plastic wrap to roll the sushi, though a bamboo mat helps achieve a tighter, more uniform roll.

Godzilla Roll (Fried Shrimp Tempura Sushi Roll) Recipe

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• Author: Rafael
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 sushi rolls, cut into 5-6 pieces each (20–24 pieces) 1x

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Description

Godzilla Roll is a deliciously indulgent fried shrimp tempura sushi roll featuring crispy shrimp tempura, creamy cream cheese, fresh cucumber or avocado, and imitation crab sticks, all wrapped in toasted nori and sushi rice, then deep-fried to golden perfection and served with spicy mayo or yum yum sauce for an irresistible flavor combination.

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Ingredients

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Sushi Roll Ingredients

• 2 cups sushi rice (uncooked)
• 8 pieces shrimp tempura
• 8 imitation crab sticks
• 1 cucumber or avocado, cut into fine sticks
• 5 oz cream cheese
• 4 sheets toasted nori seaweed

For Frying and Serving

• About 1 cup oil for deep frying (vegetable or canola oil preferred)
• Tempura batter (leftover from shrimp tempura preparation)
• Spicy mayo, for drizzling
• Soy sauce, for dipping
• Yum yum sauce, optional for serving

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Instructions

1. Prepare the frying oil: Heat about 1 cup of oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C) to deep fry the sushi rolls safely and evenly.
2. Prepare the rolling mat and nori: Place a bamboo sushi rolling mat on a flat surface and cover it with plastic wrap to prevent sticking. Place one sheet of nori, shiny side down, in the middle of the mat.
3. Prepare the sushi rice layer: Keep a bowl of water nearby to wet your hands to avoid rice sticking. Take a handful of sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori sheet, fully covering it. Carefully flip the nori over so the rice is facing down.
4. Add fillings and roll: Place 2 shrimp tempura pieces, 2 cucumber sticks, 2 imitation crab sticks, and 2 tablespoons of cream cheese lengthwise along the seaweed edge. Using the bamboo mat, roll it tightly forward, keeping the filling inside. Remove the roll from the mat and place it on a tray. Repeat with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.
5. Coat and deep-fry the rolls: Using the leftover tempura batter, dip each sushi roll fully to coat. Deep fry each roll in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes, turning continuously until all sides are golden brown and crispy. Remove the rolls and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
6. Slice the rolls: Using a very sharp knife, cut each Godzilla roll into 5-6 equal pieces for easy serving.
7. Serve with sauces: Drizzle the sliced rolls with spicy mayo and serve immediately with soy sauce or yum yum sauce for dipping, enhancing the rich and crispy flavors.

Notes

• Ensure the oil temperature remains steady at 350°F (175°C) for perfect frying.
• Use a sharp knife and dip it in water before slicing to avoid rice sticking.
• The sushi rolling mat covered with plastic wrap makes rolling easier and keeps it clean.
• Leftover tempura batter from shrimp tempura preparation works well for coating the rolls, but you can prepare fresh batter if needed.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute shrimp tempura with tempura vegetables and omit imitation crab sticks and cream cheese.
• Serve immediately after frying to retain crispiness.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Category: Frying
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: Japanese

Keywords: Godzilla Roll, shrimp tempura sushi, fried sushi roll, Japanese sushi, crispy shrimp roll, tempura sushi